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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T153 WHTMOT history

T153 WHT is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 160,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2025
Mileage
160,895 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T153 WHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T153 WHT was last recorded at 160,895 miles on 26 Feb 2024, 10,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,821 miles · 3 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
10,074 miles
Average per year
4,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 160,895 miles
  • 2023 – 150,821 miles
  • 2021 – 141,802 miles
  • 2020 – 141,406 miles
  • 2019 – 139,353 miles
  • 2018 – 137,375 miles
  • 2017 – 134,950 miles
  • 2016 – 132,177 miles
  • 2015 – 128,676 miles
  • 2014 – 126,664 miles
  • 2013 – 121,708 miles
  • 2012 – 116,974 miles
  • 2011 – 111,100 miles
  • 2010 – 104,736 miles
  • 2009 – 97,844 miles
  • 2008 – 89,440 miles
  • 2007 – 82,783 miles
  • 2006 – 76,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,895 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,895 miles (+10,074)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    160,895 miles
    Test number
    240766017100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,821 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    150,821 miles
    Test number
    792902634879
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,818 miles (+9,016)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,818 miles
    Test number
    701450855443
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,802 miles (+396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,802 miles
    Test number
    435172137096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (forward most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (forward most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,406 miles (+2,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    141,406 miles
    Test number
    662773875315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,353 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,353 miles
    Test number
    750353949836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroding
    • AdvisorySeveral oil leaks (oil dripping onto exhaust)

  7. Fail139,353 miles (+1,978)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,353 miles
    Test number
    581631512103
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroding
    • AdvisorySeveral oil leaks (oil dripping onto exhaust)

  8. Pass137,375 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    137,375 miles
    Test number
    685352508190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail137,375 miles (+2,425)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,375 miles
    Test number
    261295650783
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass134,950 miles (+102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,950 miles
    Test number
    519591319722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre cracked and perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail134,848 miles (+2,671)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,848 miles
    Test number
    566235887134
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre cracked and perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass132,177 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    132,177 miles
    Test number
    643734022823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak at rear of engine.

  13. Fail132,177 miles (+3,501)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,177 miles
    Test number
    437390532222
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak at rear of engine.

  14. Fail128,676 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,676 miles
    Test number
    176085615142
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

  15. Pass128,676 miles (+2,012)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    128,676 miles
    Test number
    287905715165
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

  16. Pass126,664 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    126,664 miles
    Test number
    528618214113
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  17. Fail126,661 miles (+4,953)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,661 miles
    Test number
    966838914107
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  18. Pass121,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    121,708 miles
    Test number
    196399513150
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail121,706 miles (+4,732)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,706 miles
    Test number
    558169113199
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass116,974 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    116,974 miles
    Test number
    647713022114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail116,971 miles (+5,871)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,971 miles
    Test number
    948481222189
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass111,100 miles (+6,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    111,100 miles
    Test number
    268807911482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass104,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    104,736 miles
    Test number
    932914820129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail104,736 miles (+6,892)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,736 miles
    Test number
    223148310428
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/S OUTER SILL DAMAGED.

  25. Pass97,844 miles (+8,404)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,844 miles
    Test number
    994587119193
    • NoteFRONT DISCS LIPPED,AND BADLY WORN.
    • NoteFRONT PADS WEARING VERY THIN.
    • NoteO/S/R DISC SCORED.
    • NoteREAR PADS WEARING THIN.

  26. Pass89,440 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,440 miles
    Test number
    882193718177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail89,437 miles (+6,654)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,437 miles
    Test number
    642692018134
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass82,783 miles (+6,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    82,783 miles
    Test number
    341083517132
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass76,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    76,132 miles
    Test number
    644912736181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T153 WHT

Does T153 WHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T153 WHT expired on 2 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T153 WHT?
The MOT on T153 WHT expired on 2 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T153 WHT done?
T153 WHT was recorded at 160,895 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2024, an average of 4,751 miles a year.
Has T153 WHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T153 WHT has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T153 WHT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T153 WHT find?
T153 WHT passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear lower suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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